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Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1953

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Tehran Near Normality in Post-Mrit Government Move

Tehran shows halted unrest as shops reopen in the bazaar and Fazlollah Zahedi forms a government. He says talks with the Soviet Union continue while relations with Britain should resume slowly after the October oil dispute. The new premier vows no hasty decisions on nationalized assets.

Tehran Iran Fazol Ah Zahedi Mohammed I Mossadegh Sovviet Union Zahedi Britain Mossaderh Anglo-Iranian Oil Company Zahedl Sak

Slaying of 14YearOld Girl Sparks Probe in Boston

Stenographer questioned in the slaying of 14 year old Joy Be broke and unable to travel. Police identified Mildred McDonald as a potential witness seen in a Brighton bar seeking a drink for a nickel. The victim Mary Di Rocco was shot with a .22 caliber pistol and her body scorched with newspapers and a magazine set aflame. Detectives tied McDonald to the victim’s brother Joseph D. Rocco, who was living with her for years before he married another woman. The medical examiner reported five slugs in vital areas and a throat slash, with heavy smoke and fire used in the crime. Page 35, Column 5.

Somerville Mos Joy Mildred McDonald Mary di Hotep Brighton Boston McDonald la State Joseph DL Rocco Andrew Guthrie di Rocco

Airmen Jump From B-29 in Mountain Crash Near Japan

TOKYO AP The 13 crew on a U S Air Force B 29 Superfortress parachuted to safety after one engine failed and another caught fire four miles from their plane crashed into a mountain west of Ere. The routine training flight from fits base on Jokdrawe to Japan. Ten crew reached a Japanese village overnight while three others linked with a rescue party in the isolated mountain area after an extensive search.

Tokyo U.S. Air Force Superfort Ere Fits Jokdrawe Japan Jmountain

Prisoner from Baldwinsville: UN troops unsure of fighting reason

Harold M. Dunn, 23, repatriated POW from Baldwinsville, says most soldiers in Korea did not know why they fought. He recalls questioning lectures and enduring long captivity as he and others faced political debates about India's role in Asian peace talks.

Baldwinsville Liz Dwyer Korea Corp Harold M. Dunn Nim Dunn

East German mills and plants to be handed over by Soviets

The Communist issued list names 73 Russian owned mills and plants to be transferred to East Germany as reparations end January 1. Western analysis notes these Soviet facilities were geared for war materials and may be nationalized. The Wismuth mine near the Czech border raises concern over access to uranium and fissionable material. Thousands of slave workers labor in the mine, now a guarded military area.

Macow German Industre All German Affairs Eaat Zane Industry Oslo Grotewoht Wismuth A. G Aue Czech

Chute Jump HadE Just for Publicity

A 56 year old man was killed in Detroit in a line of events described as a publicity stunt involving a chute jump. Police say the incident occurred with alleged involvement of onlookers and occurred after a planned jump. Further details were sparse in the originating report.

Detroit Urder Deen

French Reds End Strike and Weather Drift In Paris

Paris dispatch reports French labor moves amid 2 day strike by Indian Premier Nehru’s economic measures. non Communist unions order workers back, while Communist unions push for broader action. The weather outlook remains mild with clear to partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 62 tonight dropping to a high near 38 tomorrow.

Paris Governo Jawaharlalment Nehru India Columat de France Syracuse

Japan to Boost Army as Tokyo Plans Expansion

The Nippon government plans to increase the nation’s tiny army with new recruits and paratrooper activity. A forecast shows temperatures rising with mild winds and light rainfall over the weekend. Japan and the United States discuss MSAs amid ongoing negotiations.

Bus Stops to Be Parking Places During Strike

Bus stops vacated during the Syracuse strike will be used for parking for the remainder of the dispute. An announcement from Traffic Engineer William F. Kavanaugh noted no new developments as workers prepared to meet in Albany with state officials. The stalemate involves bus drivers, replacement crews, and union representation questions, with the Syracuse Transit Company and state boards in play.

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Reds claim 400 freed prisoners. 1651 dead in camps

Panmunjom Korea report says 400 more prisoners released today while 1651 captives died in captivity. Of 200 who passed through the freedom gate on the 21st day of Operation Dig Switch, 336 were Americans, all in good condition. The Reds also freed 250 South Koreans, eight Canadians, three Australians, two Dutch, and a Greek. Tomorrow they say 133 Americans, 17 Britons, and 250 South Koreans will be freed. A protest was lodged by Lt. Col. Arthur Le Fevre as the news notes continued on page 17.

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California Gets Nod Over Florida for Retirees

Albany reports Senator Thomas C. Desmond, chair of the Legislature's aging committee, says elderly retirees may fare better in California than Florida. He cites California’s broader grants to the aged, stronger jobs records, and adult education, while noting migration and sunshine cannot replace familiar neighborhoods and friends.

Albany Granddad Sunshine Thomas C. Desmond Desmond California Florida Inciicent Agea Newhursh Republican

Bombers Fly Nonstop to Japan. Plane Crashes Kill GE Man's Brother

Reports say a flight of B36 bombers landed at Yokota Air Base after a nonstop trip from the United States amid tight security. One bomber’s crew confirmed a crash in Japan, killing the brother of a General Electric employee, John Lightner. Authorities withheld arrival times and departure points, while observers noted the mission was part of long range operations. The missing body of a related individual prompted further investigations by local authorities.

Tokyo United Stat Fnr Yokota Rairbase Far East U. S Pensacola Fla Hammond Ind Washington Air Force Navy Tess Lake Peter Stecy Japan Charles A. Lishtner Huffalo N.Y Joseph B. McCreary Eastain Weeks George Wi Cleary Lancaster Lightner Chicago John Lightner General Electric Elect Itronics Park West Side

Distrusted Banks and $25,000 Stolen in New York

An Armenian immigrant in his 50s reported that his savings of $25,000 and a ring were stolen from his shop after he saw his assistant overdue from a rest break. Police broadcast a 13 state alert for the missing assistant and suspect.

New York Nithan Alashalan Manhattan Alashalan

No Contest in Albuquerque Stamp Giveaway Mixup

A confusing Albuquerque supermarket stamp contest led to a disputed giveaway next month and a claimed guarantee of a sure thing. Authorities report the coal theft as a separate incident occurring in the same area.

Albuquerque

Export Figures Spark Tax Debate In Canada

Canada reports a small foreign art sale valued at $143, exporting the piece to Alaska. The Statistics bureau notes the shipment reflects modest cross border trade and raises questions about tariff treatment and reporting.

Ottawa Borran Canada Alaska

Todays Features and Sections Highlighted in Paper

The page outlines features across sections including Amusements Letters Financial Reporter City Life Radio TV Social and Sports. It mentions a hone tank alert and civil defense notes, with Today's Pictures listed on page 10 and other regular columns such as Talks and Fatis.

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Luciano Quizzed By Italian Police in Naples

In Naples, Luciano, nicknamed Luck, was questioned by Italian police as informants linked him to a smuggling ring. Vittorio Vitale, described by police as a notorious dope kingpin, testified that Lucie Lene was not under arrest but held for face-to-face meetings with Vitale at a referred location.

Naples Charles “Luck lLuciano New York Vittorio Vitail Bela Lucielene Guiice Bartarks

Today’s Chuckle Teases a Wordplay Dilemma

A quirky puzzle from Today’s Chuckle features a humorous dig at a phrase about Washington and a playful mix of words. The garbled text hints at a punny swap of letters to create a silly, lighthearted joke.

SPOWs Hand-Picked For Red Cross Talks

The report notes talk of POWs selected under watch, with references to Red Cross oversight and limited results. It mentions a Roma Rome feature about the eldest woman, and reports from Korra UP-UN sources, amid a broader sweep of wartime chatter and interviews.

Spows Red Cross

President orders tighter draft after birth deferments

The new decree ends draft exemptions for men who become fathers, effective midnight last night. Eligible inductees may no longer claim fatherhood as a reason to defer, reversing earlier allowances and potentially increasing the pool of draftees. The administration cited inequities and clarified procedures for exemptions and inductions.

Everybody Gets Paid in Freedom Village Pay Day

An ex prisoner of war recounts a postarmistice scene where a Chinese official announced "Today’s payday" and prisoners and Americans reportedly received 30,000 kwan each, about 70 cents. Gardner of Buffalo recalls watching ward personnel hawk cigarettes and soap while money was spent in bundles.

Freedom Village Kofren UD P.O.W. Camp Donald J. Gardner Buffalo N.Y Gardner

Father Sacrifices Life Saving Children in Fire Tragedy

A father burned while rescuing his children from a blaze in Plattsburg, dying today as one sibling injured yesterday recovers. Police say a water heater explosion sparked the fire and the father rushed back inside to save the children, with witnesses praising his bravery.

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